Times Square on New Year's Eve for the NYC ball drop

Times Square on New Year's Eve for the NYC ball drop

The traditional ball in NYC will drop at the stroke of midnight on Jan. 1, 2026 in Times Square. A second celebration will follow just minutes later, marking a historic first for the iconic New Year’s Eve event.

The traditional ball in NYC will drop at the stroke of midnight on Jan. 1, 2026 in Times Square. A second celebration will follow just minutes later, marking a historic first for the iconic New Year’s Eve event.

Last minute things to do on NYE in NYC: Somewhere Nowhere, The Stand, more

Last minute things to do on NYE in NYC: Somewhere Nowhere, The Stand, more

With days left before the countdown to 2026, there's still plenty of ways to celebrate, from sky-high parties and packed cocktail bars. Here's a list.

With days left before the countdown to 2026, there's still plenty of ways to celebrate, from sky-high parties and packed cocktail bars. Here's a list.

Celebrating Kwanzaa with music and dance
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Celebrating Kwanzaa with music and dance

Kwanzaa is an annual holiday celebrating African heritage, culture and family values. It is observed primarily in the United States from Dec. 26 through Jan. 1. 

Kwanzaa is an annual holiday celebrating African heritage, culture and family values. It is observed primarily in the United States from Dec. 26 through Jan. 1. 

Man arrested after bow-and-arrow killing and overnight standoff in New Jersey
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Man arrested after bow-and-arrow killing and overnight standoff in New Jersey

A man accused in a bow-and-arrow killing was arrested Sunday afternoon in Kearny, New Jersey, following an overnight standoff. Authorities took him into custody hours after a fire broke out in the building where he was believed to be hiding. Here’s what we know so far and the latest updates from investigators.

A man accused in a bow-and-arrow killing was arrested Sunday afternoon in Kearny, New Jersey, following an overnight standoff. Authorities took him into custody hours after a fire broke out in the building where he was believed to be hiding. Here’s what we know so far and the latest updates from investigators.

Toy Drive at Prospect Park: Donate a toy, get a free skate for hospitalized kids
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Toy Drive at Prospect Park: Donate a toy, get a free skate for hospitalized kids

A special holiday partnership is collecting toys to bring joy to hospitalized children — and you can help while enjoying a day at the rink. Head to the LeFrak Center at Prospect Park, donate a toy, and receive a free skate as the community comes together to support kids in need across Brooklyn and beyond. Plus, some fun on the ice, including impressive spins live on the air.

A special holiday partnership is collecting toys to bring joy to hospitalized children — and you can help while enjoying a day at the rink. Head to the LeFrak Center at Prospect Park, donate a toy, and receive a free skate as the community comes together to support kids in need across Brooklyn and beyond. Plus, some fun on the ice, including impressive spins live on the air.

Flu cases surge across NYC, tri-state area as new variant spreads
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Flu cases surge across NYC, tri-state area as new variant spreads

Doctors are warning about a sharp rise in influenza cases across the country, with New York City reporting some of the highest levels of flu-like activity, according to CDC data. Connecticut and New Jersey are also seeing moderate respiratory illness activity. Health officials say millions have already been sickened this season, with a new dominant flu variant driving many of the cases.

Doctors are warning about a sharp rise in influenza cases across the country, with New York City reporting some of the highest levels of flu-like activity, according to CDC data. Connecticut and New Jersey are also seeing moderate respiratory illness activity. Health officials say millions have already been sickened this season, with a new dominant flu variant driving many of the cases.

Holiday Travel Rush: Record crowds, delays at NYC airports
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Holiday Travel Rush: Record crowds, delays at NYC airports

Millions of people are traveling for the holidays, and experts say this season is shaping up to be record-breaking. From flight delays and cancellations at LaGuardia Airport to packed roads and busy skies, travelers are navigating crowds, weather concerns, and long security lines. Here is what passengers can expect and tips to avoid holiday travel headaches.

Millions of people are traveling for the holidays, and experts say this season is shaping up to be record-breaking. From flight delays and cancellations at LaGuardia Airport to packed roads and busy skies, travelers are navigating crowds, weather concerns, and long security lines. Here is what passengers can expect and tips to avoid holiday travel headaches.

How service dogs are saving veterans and first responders | Good Day Weekend
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How service dogs are saving veterans and first responders | Good Day Weekend

For decades, first responder Paul Jockimo spent his career helping others—never realizing how much help he needed himself. After years of trauma, depression, anxiety, and PTSD, Paul found healing through Astro, a service dog trained by America’s VetDogs to keep him calm and grounded. Now, Paul says he’s becoming a better version of himself—not just for his family, but for the people he supports through peer counseling.

For decades, first responder Paul Jockimo spent his career helping others—never realizing how much help he needed himself. After years of trauma, depression, anxiety, and PTSD, Paul found healing through Astro, a service dog trained by America’s VetDogs to keep him calm and grounded. Now, Paul says he’s becoming a better version of himself—not just for his family, but for the people he supports through peer counseling.

NJ Transit trains collide, suspending rail service; 17 injured
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NJ Transit trains collide, suspending rail service; 17 injured

Two trains on the Montclair-Boonton line made contact in Montclair, west of Bay Street, at 6:47 p.m. Friday. Officials from NJ Transit report that 17 people have been injured, though their injuries are currently being considered non-life threatening.

Two trains on the Montclair-Boonton line made contact in Montclair, west of Bay Street, at 6:47 p.m. Friday. Officials from NJ Transit report that 17 people have been injured, though their injuries are currently being considered non-life threatening.

Townhouse Flatiron sets new standard for luxury nail care in NYC

Townhouse Flatiron sets new standard for luxury nail care in NYC

The salon offers luxury gel services with hospital-grade hygiene, seven-day fix policy for gel manicures, giving customers a safe, polished and worry-free experience.

The salon offers luxury gel services with hospital-grade hygiene, seven-day fix policy for gel manicures, giving customers a safe, polished and worry-free experience.

How to watch Good Day New York live

How to watch Good Day New York live

Here's how to watch Good Day New York live on your TV, phone or where ever you stream.

Here's how to watch Good Day New York live on your TV, phone or where ever you stream.